Spectacular Pollinators on Spectacle Island
Come join us for a day of exploring the amazing world of pollinators on Spectacle Island!
Did you know that ~80% of all plant life relies on insects and other animals for pollination? This is why pollinators are considered keystone species: because life as we know it would be impossible without them. Pollinators are at the very foundation of our ecosystems, and with all they’ve done for us, they deserve some recognition!
So give pollinators their flowers and join us on Spectacle Island this labor day weekend for a pollinator event to close out the summer!
🎟️ Your ticket includes:
- Boat transportation to and from the islands
- “Meet our moths!” porch talk with Teá Montagna
- Guided Pollinator Safaris on the hour
- Ask a Master Gardener (on 8/31 only)
- Hike with a Ranger
- Pollinator arts and crafts
- Native seed giveaways
- BYOP (Bring Your Own Picnic)
- … and more!
🐝 Pollinator Safaris:
Join bee scientists Nick Dorian and Max McCarthy on a 30-minute pollinator safari to learn about the native pollinators of the Boston Harbor Islands! In this guided nature-walk you’ll learn about these incredible insects, their life cycles, and how they do what they do!
- Every hour, starting at 1:15 PM with the last safari leaving at 4:15 PM
- Runs for 30 minutes
🦋 Porch Talks:
- 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM: “Meet our moths!” porch talk with Teá Montagna
- 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Bee Myths and Misconceptions
🗓️ Ferry Schedule:
- 12:00 PM: Arrive at Long Wharf for check in
- 12:30 PM: Depart from Long Wharf
- 1:00 PM: Arrive at Spectacle Island
- 5:15 PM: Boarding for final days’ ferry from Spectacle
- 6:00 PM: Return to Long Wharf